Clinton Public School Dist School District
School District · Clinton, Mississippi
Avg Rating
6.0
out of 10
Schools
7
3 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,681
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Avg Rating
6.0
out of 10
Schools
7
3 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,681
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Evaluating Clinton Public School Dist?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Clinton Public School Dist as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Eastside Elem
Clinton · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Northside Elem
Clinton · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Lovett Elem School
Clinton · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Mississippi rank
#91 of 138
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Mississippi avg
Per-pupil spending
$9,681
$2,931 vs Mississippi median
District size
5,187 students
Much larger than Mississippi median
The short answer
Clinton Public School Dist ranks #91 of 138 Mississippi districts by overall school rating. Clinton Public School Dist's schools with real test data average 5.9/10 across 6 schools. Its top-rated schools are Eastside Elem (8.1/10), Northside Elem (7.2/10), and Lovett Elem School (6.2/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Clinton Public School Dist
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (6 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eastside Elem | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Northside Elem | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Lovett Elem School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Clinton JR Hi School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Clinton High School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Sumner Hill JR Hi School | 3.4 / 10 |
See all 7 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Clinton Public School Dist
Clinton Public School Dist is a Clinton, Mississippi school district serving 7 schools. The district educates 5,187 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.7:1. The district invests $9,681 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.0/10, Clinton Public School Dist demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Eastside Elem, which has a composite score of 8.1/10.
In standardized testing, Clinton Public School Dist students show an average math proficiency of 65.4% and ELA proficiency of 62.3%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Clinton Public School Dist, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Clinton Public School Dist with test data.
Schools in Clinton Public School Dist
7 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 1
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Mississippi
- City
- Clinton
- Total Enrollment
- 5,187
- Teachers (FTE)
- 353
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Clinton Public School Dist?
Clinton Public School Dist has 7 schools in total — 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Clinton Public School Dist?
The average composite rating for Clinton Public School Dist is 6.0/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Clinton Public School Dist?
Clinton Public School Dist spends $9,681 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Clinton Public School Dist?
The average student-teacher ratio in Clinton Public School Dist is 14.7:1.
What is the top-rated school in Clinton Public School Dist?
Eastside Elem is the highest-rated school in Clinton Public School Dist with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What are the test scores in Clinton Public School Dist?
Across schools in Clinton Public School Dist with test data, the average math proficiency is 65.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 62.3%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Clinton Public School Dist compare to other districts in Mississippi?
Clinton Public School Dist has an average school rating of 6.0/10 across 7 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Mississippi by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.0/10
- Math Proficiency
- 65.4%
- ELA Proficiency
- 62.3%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mississippi Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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